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Park Party Packages and Locations, Fairfax County Park Authority

Party in the Parks!

What better place to celebrate than in your favorite park?

With an array of birthday party options and star attractions ranging from swimming to miniature golf to nature exploration, there's a party style to suit everyone.

Audrey Moore RECenter: Party rooms can be rented 2pm -6 pm Saturday and Sunday, and the party can be customized with the addition of pool time, wallyball or gymnasium time if the gym is available. Contact the RECenter's rental coordinator at 703-321-7081 for rates and reservations. Wakefield's Skate Park also offers birthday parties with group rates and customized attractions. Contact the skate park manager at 703-321-7081.

Burke Lake Park: Birthday parties are held in the wooden birthday party shelter between the ice cream parlor and mini-golf course, weather permitting. Parties are available on weekends only between first weekend in April and Memorial Day weekend. Parties are available daily after Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. After Labor Day through the last weekend in October, parties are available on weekends only. Please call Burke Lake Park at 703-323-6600 for more information and reservations.

Colvin Run Mill: Add a unique attraction to birthday parties for children ages 3-5 and 6-8. Younger children choose one of three story-and-craft activities; older children choose either pretzel baking or ice cream making. Base price of $200 includes two hours in the barn party area with a staff host, chosen activity and maximum 15 children. $75 non-refundable deposit required upon reservation. Available April through November. For more information or to schedule a party, call 703-759-2771.

Cub Run RECenter: Birthday Party Swim Packages for parties of 12 or more. Swim Parties offer 75 minutes swimming in the Leisure Pool and 60 minutes in the party room. Call for reservations or more information, 703-817-9407.

Ellanor C. Lawrence Park: Our one-hour birthday party program includes:

• An indoor session with live animals or site artifacts. Children may pet a snake, feed our display turtles and fish, and/or take a close look at historical artifacts
• Children will also make a craft to take home and explore some of the park’s natural habitats.
• When the one-hour program ends, groups may continue their party outside using the outdoor pavilion and/or back lawn.
• Choose your arrival time and one of the following suggested topics: American Indians, Farm Life, Snakes, Turtles, Frogs, Toads, Insects, or Worms.
• 20 children maximum, $175/party

Please call 703-631-0013 for more information about any activities or events at the park, or to make reservations.

Frying Pan Park: Create lifelong memories at one of the last working farms in Northern Virginia. Visit the farmyard, explore the nature trails or watch a horse show! Birthday parties can include a private session with farm animals and wagon ride for up to 30 people. Perfect for ages 4 -12. For more information, reservations, available dates and pricing, call Frying Pan Farm Park at 703-437-9101

George Washington RECenter: Party room rental is $40 an hour, the room is available after noon and swimming can be added to the package for an additional fee. Payment is due with the signed contract in order to hold a reservation. For more information, call 703-780-8894.

Hidden Oaks Nature Center: Celebrate your queen or king for a day with a 2 1/4 hour birthday party for children ages 4 and above with a naturalist-led party with:

• Choice of 5 themes with room set-up and a birthday present to match your topic
• Adult naturalist-led program including a thematic craft and an outdoor walk
• Options of time with weekend mornings and evening options giving you exclusive use of the nature center
• Post "cake and ice cream" time activities including petting live animals offered

Call 703-941-1065 for more information and to arrange for your celebration.

Jefferson Falls Miniature Golf: Rent the pavilion area and celebrate a birthday with miniature golf. Pavilion area is available to rent May to October, weather permitting. Call 703-573-0444, ext. 8, for details

Lake Accotink Park in Springfield: Have your party by the lake and enjoy exclusive use of the park's birthday tent, with picnic tables to seat up to 30 kids and room to spare for adult chaperones. Party packages include carousel rides, rounds of miniature golf and tour boat rides. Appropriate for children 4 to 12 years. For reservations, available dates and more information on available packages, call Lake Accotink Park, 703-569-0285.

Lee District RECenter: Party room rental is $40 an hour. A SoftPlay Room designed for the younger set (ages 6 mos.-5yrs.) is offered at $50 per hour. These can be combined with pool time for added fun; general admission rates apply, and there's a 25 percent group discount for 12 or more with advanced reservations. Call 703-922-9841 for details.

Mt. Vernon RECenter: Rent a party room for $35 an hour, include the fun of swimming or ice skating for an additional fee. Pool parties can be held any time after noon; ice skating hours vary. Call 703-768-3224 for details.

Oak Marr RECenter: Party rooms can be rented, group rates are offered and parties can include mini-golf, swimming or both. Call 703-281-6501.

Providence RECenter: Parties are "under the big top" - a large tent erected on the sundeck with picnic tables and lots of exclusive space for partiers. Tent is $25 per hour, and party goers get 25 percent off general admission for swimming. On weekends 2-4pm, a giant gator can be rented for $45 for 45 minutes to up the water fun. (A lifeguard comes with the giant inflatable toy to ensure safety and reserve the gator for the private rental.) Call 703-698-1351 for reservations and more information.

Riverbend Nature Center:
Nature Birthdays on the Wild Side
(3-11 yrs.), Riverbend Nature Center, 703-759-9018. Celebrate your birthday by discovering the exciting world of nature. Choose to explore the world of reptiles and amphibians, uncover clues about forest animals, dig into dinosaurs or take an archaeology adventure. Each party is active and will keep your group on the move. Two hour nature center rental including a one hour naturalist program $175. Themed goodie bags available, $6/bag. Call for available dates. Fee due at time of registration. Refunds requests received two months before the birthday date can receive a refund less a $25 fee.
Fishing Fun Birthday Parties at Riverbend Park
(5-12 yrs.), Riverbend Park, 703-759-9018. Celebrate your birthday by having fishing fun with your friends and family. For children 5-7 yrs., naturalist-led activities include bank fishing, games, and activities. For children 8-12 yrs., a park naturalist will lead your group on an hour and a half fishing adventure from the riverbank. All birthday programs include fishing rods/reels and tackle and a one hour indoor rental. Total party time 2 hours - $175. Themed goodie bags available, $6/bag. Call for available dates. Fee due at time of registration. Refunds requests received two months before the birthday date can receive a refund less a $25 fee.
Rent our Space for your birthday party
Riverbend Park's party room is available weekends and weekdays. Observe exhibit animals, use the open space for indoor activities, or venture outdoors. Steps from the building is a ¼-loop trail perfect for short hikes and other outdoor activities. Maximum 35 people. Call Riverbend Park at 703-759-9018 for available dates.

South Run RECenter: Looking for he ideal place to hold your next birthday party? Host your next party with us at South Run RECenter! Rent a party room for $40 an hour, and include the fun of swimming or interactive fitness games for an additional fee. For reservations, available dates and more information please contact us at 703-866-0566.

Sully Historic Site: Guests gather under a tent on the expansive lawn to celebrate your birthday. Two-hour rental for up to 15 children includes a 45-minute program led by a staff historian. Rental fee is $175. Non-refundable $75 deposit required upon reservation. Themed goodie bags/$5. For reservations and information on available dates, call 703-437-1794.